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Performing Engineering Operations EMTA Level 2 NVQ Diploma

L2

EHCP

This year-long part-time course is ideal if you want to develop hand fitting and machining skills in a workshop environment. You will gain a basic understanding of the workshop environment, and the course can range from basic hand fitting skills through to operating milling machines and centre. You will be required to produce components that are practical and can be kept on successful completion of the course.

Entry requirements

To begin this course an interest in mechanical engineering is desirable, along with a reasonable level of ability in English and maths (GCSE grades A-D are desirable).

Course content

The course will cover health and safety, marking out procedures, hand fitting skills, operation of centre lathes and vertical milling machines. During the course you will study the following topics:

Working safely in an engineering environment

Working efficiently and effectively in engineering

Using and communicating technical information

Making components using hand tools and fitting techniques

Using lathes for turning operations

Preparing and Using Milling Machines.

Assessment methods

There will be assessed components and knowledge questions produced at each stage, which will contribute to passing the course.

After the initial workshop operations there are manufactured components, which will be assessed according to set criteria, with knowledge questions on each unit taken.

Further study and career options

On successful completion of this course, depending on your final grade, you can progress to study an engineering qualification at either Level 2 or Level 3.

Additional information

To take part in this course you will be required to wear suitable personal protective equipment, such as overalls and safety boots.

Funding information

This course could be FREE! You could be eligible for free study if you are unemployed and on a qualifying benefit. Find out more at www.bedford.ac.uk/concessions

Course information & how to book

This course runs on multiple occasions. Choose the date most appropriate for you and select the 'Enrol' button to book online.
If you need help you can call us on 01234 291000.

To apply online, select the 'Apply' button below. You will need to register an account and then you can follow the instructions on screen.

Additional Learning Support
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Accessibility
We have access arrangements in place to help students with disabilities or any other particular needs. Call us on 01234 291000 for more information.

Additional formats
Course information sheets are also available in large print and audio formats. Call us on01234 291000 to order your copy.

If you are unemployed and receiving benefits then you could learn for FREE

You could be eligible for free study if you are unemployed and on one of the following benefits:

Employment & Support Allowance (work-related activity group)

Jobseekers Allowance

Working Tax Credit (subject to income)

Income support

Please note: you will need to be able to produce evidence of the benefit in your name when you come to enrol.